Pan Seared Halibut
Elevate your dinner table with this restaurant-quality Pan Seared Halibut recipe, a perfect fusion of simplicity and elegance. Featuring tender, flaky halibut fillets with a beautifully golden-brown crust, this dish is enhanced with the rich flavors of garlic, fresh thyme, and a luxurious butter baste. Finished with a vibrant zest of lemon, it strikes a flawless balance of savory and zesty notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy halibut recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Serve this impressive seafood dish with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that’s both wholesome and delicious. Keywords: pan seared halibut, quick seafood recipe, healthy fish dinner, lemon butter halibut.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-ounce each) Halibut fillets
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves (crushed) Garlic
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 whole (for zesting and serving) Lemon
Instructions
Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, gently place the fillets in the skillet with the presentation side (the side that will face up when served) down first.
Sear the fillets for 3-4 minutes without moving them to develop a golden-brown crust. Carefully flip the fillets using a spatula.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter, crushed garlic cloves, and fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet.
Using a spoon, baste the fillets with the melted butter and aromatics for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the fish becomes opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
Zest the lemon over the cooked fillets for a burst of freshness. Optionally, cut the lemon into wedges for serving.
Transfer the halibut to a plate and let it rest for 1-2 minutes. Discard the garlic and thyme from the skillet.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 61.7 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.6 mcg | 128% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1123 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
